Some issues of surveying floating berths of yacht marinas

Abstract

Over the past 20 years, in Russia the growth of small-sized fleet, which is self-propelled watercraft with a length of 2 to 24 m, intended for sports, recreation, sailing trips and cruises, is noted. The increase in the number of vessels, in turn, contributes to the construction and commissioning of small-sized fleet anchorages. The approved terminology relating to yacht infrastructure is considered and its problems are discussed. A generalized diagram of the yacht port composition is proposed. The object of this study is water transport, in particular the location of small-sized fleet. The purpose of this study is to identify and formulate problems that may be encountered during the inspection and operation of hydraulic structures containing floating pontoons intended for mooring small-sized fleets using the example of a specific yacht port. The use of the principles embedded in ESG technology as one of the ways aimed at harmonizing regulations in the creation and operation of yacht marinas is proposed. As part of the ongoing survey of the yacht port, the berth structures of the yacht port were decomposed element by element and workable and limiting indicators of the pontoon berths elements condition were proposed in tabular form. These indicators are not exhaustive and must be adjusted for the specific object of inspection, taking into account the requirements of the Customer, regulations and the design of the hydraulic structure. In conclusion, a number of questions for further research are formulated. It is concluded that an adequate assessment of the technical condition of floating berths based on the results of a visual inspection is possible with the proper organization of an expert service in combination with continuous deformation monitoring and timely repairs carried out by the operating organization.